Victorian 10k Rose Gold and Old Mine Cut Diamond Star Square Locket Pendant

Dating to circa 1890, this enchanting Victorian locket pendant beautifully reflects the sentimentality and exquisite craftsmanship that defined late nineteenth-century jewelry. During the Victorian era, lockets were cherished as deeply personal keepsakes, often worn close to the heart to preserve treasured photographs, locks of hair, or handwritten mementos of loved ones. The celestial star motif, a popular symbol of hope, guidance, and divine light throughout the period, became especially fashionable following the Victorian fascination with the night sky and the "Star of Bethlehem" designs popularized in the latter half of the century.

Expertly crafted in warm 10k rose gold, the square locket is centered by a glittering old mine-cut diamond weighing approximately 0.10 carat, graded in the mounting as I color and I1 clarity. Hand-cut with its distinctive high crown, small table, and softly rounded outline, the old mine-cut diamond exemplifies the artistry of nineteenth-century lapidaries, producing a romantic, candlelit sparkle unique to the era. Both an elegant jewel and an intimate heirloom, this Victorian locket is a timeless expression of love, remembrance, and enduring craftsmanship.

• Circa 1890

• 10k rose gold

• One old mine cut diamond weighing approximately 0.10 carat, graded in mounting as I color, I1 clarity

• Antique photograph inside included (can be removed- send over a message!)

• “JM” Monogram

• Measures 1 ¼ x 1 in.

• Estimated gross weight: 4.8 grams

• Good vintage condition, with wear in the form of minor scratches, patina, and wear appropriate with age